MSN 277: Adult Health (Med/Surg ) Unit 2: Post Op Questions With Complete Solutions
VIDALSPARC correct answer: • Vitals • IV fluids for any losses (electrolytes, water, blood) • Drains ( any hemorrhaging) • Airway ○ Hypoxemia (check pulse ox) § Make sure tongue is not falling back into throat § Roll on side; so they don't aspirate • LOC - because of anesthesia • Skin color - pallor is a sign of hemorrhage, flushed is bad too ○ Also check skin temp • Pain - CNS depression ○ Start on a lower dose and increase it later ○ Opioids for decreasing pain also decrease respirations = higher risk for respiratory problems • Ability to follow commands • Respiratory - O2 (#1 then on list = check twice) • Cardiovascular If there was a hemorrhage during surgery, HR will compensate and be increased ________ is the first sense to come back correct answer: hearing #1 priority correct answer: airway (anesthesia relaxes all muscles) ABCs Signs of inadequate oxygenation correct ans
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